Criminals are using the cost of living crisis to scam the public – don’t become a victim
New warning from Action Fraud about cost of living scams in the run up to Christmas.
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New warning from Action Fraud about cost of living scams in the run up to Christmas.
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Cyber security and law enforcement partners join together to issue warning ahead of Black Friday and Christmas sales.
Action Fraud is urging the public to be aware of scam emails claiming to be from Ofgem as the cost of living crisis continues.
In this months edition Cyber Safe Warwickshire are raising awareness of 'Friend in need' scams whereby criminals are posing as a friend or family member in need claiming that they need money urgently to pay a bill. As well as this, bogus 'OFGEM' Emails offering energy grants, young investors being targeted by Bitcoin Scams and a warning to protect your loved ones from callous criminals as new tactics are being used by courier fraudsters.
Every year we’re able to do more and more online. From sending messages to sorting out our finances, today we can do it from our phones and tablets wherever we are. But the more we can do online, the more we’re exposed to hazards. Cybersafe is here to help you stay safe online, so you can browse to your heart’s content, knowing you’re protected against scams, fraud and security problems.
If you’re the victim of a cyber crime, or you know of a current online scam, report it here.
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